Chester racecourse

Known as the Roodee it is the oldest racecourse in Britain with the sport dating back to 1539 which is the name of the on-course restaurant. It is also the smallest at just over a mile which produces a thrilling spectacle for the big crowds that always flock to this delightful venue

Good quality Flat racing is held between May and September, the most noteworthy being the three-days at the start of the season with the Chester Cup taking pride of place.